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2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster
MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
17,393 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 150-80-16 71h Dunlop D401 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 150/80/16 71H (5.2.3 (e))
Registration plate incorrect letters and plate are too small (0.1 (c))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Front tyre valve securing nut was loose
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
How Reliable is the Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster?
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LJ05 WRW is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 9,060 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ05 WRW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was LJ05 WRW registered?
LJ05 WRW is a 2005 Harley-davidson XL883C Sportster, first registered on 4 July 2005.
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